Memphis Laborers Seeking Work in Cotton Fields 1938

Laborers gather at dawn in Memphis, Tennessee, in June 1938, as they seek work in the cotton fields. During this time, the Great Depression had significantly impacted employment opportunities, leading many to rely on seasonal agricultural work. Trucks transport these workers to local plantations, reflecting the agricultural economys reliance on manual labor.

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